The Land Registry has reported that since 2009, they have prevented 254 fraudulent applications being registered, representing properties valued in excess of £117 million. However they have pointed out that no system can be completely fraud-proof and, for this reason, they are keen to ensure that property owners do what they can to prevent themselves becoming a victim of property fraud.

If you are a property owner and would like advice on how you can avoid becoming the vicitm of property fraud, contact a member of our property team.

Downs supports Cobham Foodbank initiative

19/02/2019Downs has announced official sponsorship of Cobham Area Foodbank to help towards the cost of replacing the Foodbank’s van, which is used to collect food from donation points in the local churches and supermarkets, to take it to and from the Foodbank’s warehouse, ready to be distributed at the Foodbank’s distribution centre. Read more

Downs Solicitors appoint new Head of Employment Law

18/01/2019Surrey-based law firm, Downs Solicitors, have appointed David Seals as its new Head of Employment taking over from Matthew Kilgannon who will be leaving the firm shortly. Read more

Changing divorce law could protect more children

28/11/2018Downs Solicitors has shared findings that link divorce and children’s mental health and wellbeing. Read more